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Patrick Pouyanné

Chairman and Chief Executive Officer at TotalEnergies
Board
Since December 19, 2015
Age
61 years
Education
Holds a degree from École Polytechnique and is a Chief Engineer of France’s Corps des Mines.
Tenure
Joined TTE in January 1997 as Chief Administrative Officer in Angola and advanced through several leadership roles, including positions in Exploration & Production, Refining & Chemicals, and ultimately becoming CEO in October 2014 before assuming the role of Chairman and CEO in December 2015.

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About

Patrick Pouyanné, born on June 24, 1963, is a seasoned French executive with a distinguished educational background from École Polytechnique and the Corps des Mines.

Beginning his career in the public sector with administrative and advisory roles at the Ministry of Industry and Environment, he transitioned to TTE in January 1997, where he started as Chief Administrative Officer in Angola.

Over the years, he progressed through diverse roles within the company, taking on responsibilities in Exploration & Production, Finance, and Refining & Chemicals. His steady ascent included appointments as Senior Vice President and President in key divisions, culminating in his appointment as CEO in October 2014.

In December 2015, he was appointed as Chairman and CEO, a role in which he continues to drive the company’s strategy and growth, while also contributing to external associations and board memberships that reflect his broader commitment to industry and education.

$TTE Performance Under Patrick Pouyanné

Past Roles

OrganizationRoleDate RangeDetails
TOTAL S.A.Chief Executive Officer October 22, 2014 – transition to current role Held before becoming Chairman & CEO
TOTAL S.A.President, Refining & Chemicals January 2012 – October 2014 Promoted to CEO
TOTAL S.A.Deputy General Manager, Chemicals & Petrochemicals March 2011 – January 2012
TOTAL S.A.Senior Vice President, Strategy, Business Development & R&D January 2006 – May 2006
TOTAL S.A.President, Finance, Economy & IT for Exploration & Production August 2002 – January 2006
TOTAL S.A.Company Representative & President, Exploration & Production Subsidiary in Qatar 1999 – ?
TOTAL S.A.Chief Administrative Officer, Angola January 1997 – 1999
French Government - Ministry of Industry and EnvironmentAdministrative Positions 1989 – 1996
French GovernmentTechnical Advisor to the Prime Minister (Édouard Balladur) 1993 – 1995
French GovernmentChief of Staff for the Minister for Information and Aerospace Technologies 1995 – 1996
Booz Allen & HamiltonManagement Consultant Dates not specified

External Roles

OrganizationRoleDate RangeDetails
Capgemini S.E.Board Director; Chairman, Compensation Committee May 2017 – present (Chairman since May 2022) Active board role
Entreprises pour l’Environnement (EpE)Chairman June 1, 2022 – present
Alliance pour l’Education – United Way associationChairman June 2018 – January 29, 2025
École PolytechniqueBoard Member September 2018 – present
Institut du Monde ArabeBoard Member 2017 – present
La France s’engageBoard Member 2017 – present
AFEPBoard Member 2014 – present

Fixed Compensation

Data from  FY 2023
Component NameAmountPayment ScheduleAdditional Details
Annual Fixed Compensation€1,500,000AnnualSame as 2022
Fixed Compensation for Director Role€18,000AnnualSpecific to director duties

Performance Compensation

Data from  FY 2023

No information available on performance compensation for 2023.